Behavioral Scientist

ICF • Washington, DC

3d • $67,063 - $137,949 • Remote

About The Position

At ICF Next, we are fearless in finding new ways to solve problems, relentless in making sure it pays off for our clients and committed to making a positive change in the world. Join our community of mission-driven creatives, communicators, strategists, and technologists to challenge the status quo. We’re looking for a Behavioral Scientist to help shape the future of tobacco regulation. In this role, you’ll leverage behavioral and social science expertise to understand how people think, feel, and act when it comes to tobacco products. Your work will include designing and conducting research, analyzing consumer perceptions, interpreting public health data, and turning insights into impactful regulatory strategies that make a real difference.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in behavioral or social sciences (e.g., psychology, sociology, anthropology) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience contributing to or developing communications strategies and plans using behavioral science principles.
• At least 7 years of hands-on experience with research design, data analysis, and applying behavioral science to real-world challenges.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated experience designing and reviewing studies, including consumer perception research, for regulatory or public health applications.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct studies that explore consumer perceptions, decision-making, and responses to tobacco products and health messaging.
• Interpret behavioral data and public health trends to uncover actionable patterns and inform communications and engagement efforts.
• Translate research findings into strategies and recommendations that shape regulatory decisions and related communications and storytelling.
• Work with scientists, policy experts, and communicators to integrate behavioral science into impactful communications and outreach efforts.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and briefs that make complex data clear and compelling, using behavioral best practices related to storytelling.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees